Vinh Long

Nestled in the heart of the Mekong Delta, Vinh Long province is a picturesque region situated between the Tien and Hau rivers. Its landscape is characterized by numerous islets, including Long Ho, Vung Liem, Tra On, and Tam Binh. Blessed with fertile soil, the inhabitants primarily engage in rice cultivation and horticulture. The province is renowned for its abundant coconut trees and sprawling orchards, where a variety of delectable fruits can be savored year-round. Among these are the renowned Tam Binh oranges, the succulent Nam Roi grapefruit from Binh Minh, the exotic rambutan, and the prized Long Ho longan.

Things to see and do

  • Embark on a boat excursion to discover the vibrant aquatic life
  • Discover the An Binh Island and its orchards
  • Venture into the Vung Liem region, known as the "Land of Coconuts," and witness the time-honored tradition of brick and ceramic making in Vinh Long's Red Kingdom, where kilns have burned for centuries.
  • Immerse yourself in the soulful melodies of Don Ca Tai Tu, the traditional folk music of the South, performed by both amateur and professional enthusiasts.
  • Complete your journey with a visit to local workshops to witness the artistry of traditional crafts.

Vung Liem, a charming address

Coco River Lodge, in the Vung Liem District, welcomes you warmly in wooden bungalows arranged in a picturesque vegetal mess...

During walks, you will discover that the coconut palm is a real source of life for the inhabitants, exploited for its flesh, its juice, its oil and its fiber….

Coconut trees grow in the jungle and create some of the most languorous landscapes in the region. It is in the shade of these coconut trees that you can, on the countless little paths, explore this “green Venice”.

You will also discover other particularities such as the cultivation of rushes – a plant grown for weaving mats.

The quintessence of the humid Eden of the villages in the surrounding area, the comfort of this charming lodge located next to a river... will undoubtedly please travelers in search of nature and authenticity far from mass tourism...

Good to Know

When to visit?

Access and transportation

140 km, around 3-4 hours travel time from Ho Chi Minh city, and 1 hour from Can Tho

Continuing your journey

You can take the car for 1 – 2 hours to reach the sites to visit below:

-Ben Tre

-Sadec

-Can Tho

- Tra Vinh

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